On October 24th, Jasmine Jackman, our VP, helped organize and host United Nations Day at Queen’s Park. Jasmine is the co-chair of the Toronto Chapter of the United Nations Association which sponsors this annual event. The venue was splendid and consisted of two meeting rooms in the West Wing of Queen’s Park adjacent to the office of the Lieutant Governor, David Onley. There was food, wine and a commemerative cake which was enjoyed by all. There was significant participation by members of WEN including President Maria Marchelletta and Treasurer Maurus Cappa who represented WEN at United Nations Day. In addition, Judie Oron, Zohra Zoberi, Baroness Tamara Von Schlegel and Thelma Wheatley gave presentations on the background and research involved in their publications. Later they also took part in a panel discussion. Jasmine acted as master of ceremonies and read a compelling memoir- like poem from Canadian Imprints Volume II which addressed the Holocaust. Everyone was moved by Michael Jackman, Jasmine’s son, who sang wonderful renditions of the Canadian anthem a capella in both official languages. It was truly a United Nations event with speeches by lawyers from the First Nations and the black community.

Baroness Von Schlegel’s speech was written up in the Caledon Citizen …     follow this link       Caledon Citizen  .